Seattle Stadium, USA | 2026 World Cup Round of 16 | Tuesday, July 7 | 1am BST
Ahead of one of the remaining Round of 16 ties, BetVictor News delivers the in-depth USA vs Belgium preview – including the score prediction, overall H2H record, team news, latest odds, the best betting angles and more.
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USA Vs Belgium Preview
A first quarter-final appearance in 24 years is the prize if the USA can get the better of Belgium in Seattle on Tuesday morning. And under the leadership of Mauricio Pochettino, the USMNT will be quietly confident of getting the job done.
And the USA vs Belgium odds just about favour the Stars and Stripes; Pochettino’s charges will be backed by a vocal and passionate home support who have so far, served as a 12th man. As for Rui Garcia’s side, their sensational Senegal comeback means their hopes of going all the way remain. Just.
USA Vs Belgium H2H Record
The USA and Belgium have faced each other seven times before with the Red Devils winning the last six on the bounce. That included a sizeable 5-2 win in March this year whereby Zeno Debast, Amadou Onana, Charles De Ketelaere and a brace from Dodi Lukébakio done the damage in Atlanta.
As for the US, their only victory occurred in the 1930 World Cup. Having beaten Paraguay, Australia and Bosnia in the Round of 32 to set up an 8th overall meeting, the Stars and Stripes will have their work cut out.
USA vs Belgium H2H record:
- 28/03/2026: USA 2-5 Belgium (Friendly)
- 01/07/2014: Belgium 2-1 USA (World Cup)
- 29/05/2013: USA 2-4 Belgium (Friendly))
- 06/09/2011: Belgium 1-0 USA (Friendly)
- 25/02/1998: Belgium 2-0 USA (Friendly)
- 22/04/1995: Belgium 1-0 USA (Friendly)
- 13/07/1930: USA 3-0 Belgium (World Cup)
USA Vs Belgium Team News
After an intervention from US president Donald Trump, FIFA confirmed that Folarin Balogun will not have to serve his ban for his Bosnia red card until 2027. Having scored three times for the USMNT this tournament, his controversial availability is something to consider when it comes to World Cup betting on BetVictor’s USA vs Belgium betting markets.
Meanwhile, Zeno Debast is almost certainly out for Belgium. The Sporting star is yet to feature so far owing to a leg injury. Elsewhere, the likes of Leandro Trossard, Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku should all start. Romelu Lukaku could be utilised from the bench.
USA’s last six in all comps:
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Belgium’s last six in all comps:
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USA Vs Belgium Predicted Lineups
USA predicted lineup:
Freese; Freeman, Richards, Ream, Robinson; Tillman, Adams, McKennie; Dest, Balogun, Pulisic
Belgium predicted lineup:
Courtois; Castagne, Theate, Mechele, De Cuyper; Vanaken, Tielemans; Trossard, De Bruyne, Doku; De Ketelaere
USA Vs Belgium TV Channel, Live Streaming And Radio
USA vs Belgium is available to watch live in the UK on BBC One (kick-off 1am). Streaming is also available on BBC iPlayer and on the BBC Sport website. Followers can also tune in via BBC Radio 5 Live.
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USA Vs Belgium Betting Angles
Key Match Stats
- This will be the third World Cup finals meeting between the nations
- USA World Cup stats – The USA have lost their last six consecutive games against the Red Devils by an aggregate score of 15-5
- Belgium World Cup stats – No side has attempted more shots at goal than Belgium’s 92
Top Betting Angles for USA vs Belgium
Over 3.5 goals: Landed in Belgium’s win against Senegal and the last H2H meeting. Online at 29/20.
BTTS (Yes): Came in during the last three H2H clashes. Also came in during three of Belgium’s last four and two of USA’s last four. Available at 40/85.
Anytime goalscorers: Folarin Balogun (11/8), Romelu Lukaku (11/8), Christian Pulisic (7/4) and Kevin De Bruyne (13/5) all offer potential.
USA Vs Belgium Prediction
On paper, this looks a tough one to call but of course, football is determined on grass and not with pens and notepads. Therefore, we are going to lean towards a win for Belgium. The majority of their ‘Golden Generation’ from 2018 are now gone but with Thibaut Courtois, Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku still on board, they should have too much for the co-hosts to handle.
Prediction: USA 1-3 Belgium
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